Taste of Chicago 2026
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About the event
Taste of Chicago is one of the world's largest free food festivals, held in Grant Park along the city's lakefront. Local and national restaurants sell sample-sized portions alongside live music performances.
Key figures
3 days, Friday to Sunday11–13 September 2026
Stay in Chicago
Check-in 10 Sep, check-out 14 Sep 2026 — 4 nights around 11 September 2026 – 13 September 2026. Change the dates to stay longer.
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Getting there
- AirportChicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 11 km
- Public transportTrains, buses and commuter rail: Buses take cash in exact change; transit cards are sold at selected outlets and save needing it
- Taxi — Hail on the street or book by dispatch; no surcharge for baggage or card payment, and tipping is optional
- Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
Coming years
2027
The organiser had not announced the 2027 edition as of 2026-09-03.